Isabel Alfonso
Psychologist
SelfConnect Psychology Services
Frenchs Forest, Sydney NSW 2086
In Person + Telehealth
Philosophy & Vision
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by emotions that seem to come out of nowhere? Or react in ways you don’t fully understand? I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can slow down, turn inward, and approach yourself with curiosity rather than fear. Through this process, you can begin to understand your reactions, make peace with your past, and sense your next right steps. When we stop fearing our inner world, it becomes a source of guidance and strength.
I can help with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, stress, relationship problems, burnout, trauma, gambling, hoarding, grief, depression, emotion regulation, body image. My approach is flexible and tailored to your needs and preferences.
Background
I am a psychologist with experience working with young people and adults in private practice and non-profit organisations. I currently work with clients 14+ in person and online.
Services
I provide in person counselling services from Frenchs Forest in Sydney's Northern Beaches.
Clients can also reach me online from anywhere in Australia.
Areas of interest:
• Anxiety
• Work difficulties
• Communications skills
• Relationships
• Body image
• Hoarding
• Gambling
• Adverse childhood experiences
Quality Provision
Full registration as a psychologist with AHPRA.
Member of the Australian Psychological Society.
Certified as a Focusing-Oriented Therapist.
Member of the International Focusing Institute.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Bachelor of Psychology with First Class Honours
Modalities
ACT - Attachment Theory - CBT - Experiential - Focusing - MBSR - Mindfulness - Person Centred - Somatic Psychotherapy - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
I combine strategies from conventional talk therapy, such as CBT and ACT with Focusing-Oriented Therapy, an experiential, body-based and evidence-based practice.
Focusing allows us to go beyond what we know cognitively and taps into the wisdom of our bodies. Thinking our way out of problems often leaves us going in circles. When we attend to how the situation feels in our bodies, we get new insights, and possibilities emerge.
Professional Associations
- Australian Psychological Society
Practice Locations
Suite 8, Building 7,
49 Frenchs Forest Road East
Frenchs Forest NSW 2086
Appointments
Sessions are 50 minutes long.
Fees & Insurance
Free 15 min initial consult.
Fees are $200 for a 50-minute consultation. Medicare rebates are $96.65.
Check with your private health found if they offer rebates. NDIS self-managed accepted.
Bulk billing for clients struggling financially.
Languages
English
Spanish
Contact Isabel
Please contact me to make an appointment